MANAMA, 2 September 2007 — The $1.3 billion Al-Areen development moves rapidly as it opens today the $50-million water park — the largest in the Middle East.
The opening ceremony of the Lost Paradise of Dilmun will be held at Al-Areen under the patronage of Sheikh Khaled Bin Ahmed Al-Khalifa, minister of the Royal Court, Al-Areen Holding Company said in a statement. The fully-themed Lost Paradise of Dilmun will open its door for the public tomorrow.
Spread on 77,000 square meters of desert oasis and featuring 14 of the latest water slides and pools designed by leading international water park designers Whitewater West, the Lost Paradise of Dilmun is an oasis of fun for everyone. Sim Leisure of Malaysia, one of the biggest theme park design, building and management companies in the world, was appointed as the operator of Lost Paradise of Dilmun.
The Lost Paradise of Dilmun is the second component of the $1.3 billion plus Al-Areen development. Spread over an area of 2 million square meters, Al-Areen strengthens Bahrain’s reputation as a leading luxurious family-oriented tourist destination.
Drawing on Bahrain’s long and distinguished past, in addition to the Lost Paradise of Dilmun and Banyan Tree Desert Spa and Resort, Al-Areen is transforming its distinctive desert location into a diverse collection of distinct yet unified components which include themed luxury hotels, residential and commercial villages, educational, entertainment and recreational facilities.
Other components of Al-Areen include the $300 million Sarab Al-Areen which redefines retail, office and living space in the Arabian Gulf; Sunset Hills, a mixed-use venture featuring residential and commercial facilities such as luxury villas, town houses, terraced apartments, and apartment blocks for shops and residences; and Al-Waha Resort that features a 5-star hotel.
Taking its theme from Bahrain’s rich cultural history — the Kingdom was the center of the ancient Dilmun civilization some 4,000 years ago — the Lost Paradise of Dilmun promises fun for the whole family.
The Superbowl, Boomerango and Body Slides are some of the main exciting attractions catering to all ages.
Other features include the 325-meter Paradise River and Family Raft Ride, the park’s tallest ride designed for 4 people and the Middle East’s largest wave pool.